Yamaha MT-15 – Quick Summary

🏍️ Yamaha MT-15 – Quick Summary

Category: Naked street-fighter
Engine: 155 cc, liquid-cooled, SOHC, fuel-injected with VVA (Variable Valve Actuation)
Transmission: 6-speed with Assist & Slipper Clutch
ABS: Single-channel (front) in most Bangladesh versions
Seat Height: ~810–870 mm
Kerb Weight: ~138 kg
Fuel Tank: ~10 L
Top Speed: ~130 km/h
Mileage: ~40–45 km/l real-world
Price in Bangladesh: ~৳4.6 Lakh (varies by variant/model year)

🔥 Engine & Performance

The MT-15 uses the same 155 cc liquid-cooled engine found in the Yamaha R15 series, tuned for street performance.
It produces around 19–19.3 PS of power and about 14.7 Nm of torque, giving brisk acceleration and usable punch in city and highway riding.
The assist & slipper clutch helps smoother gear shifts and reduces rear wheel hop during aggressive downshifts.
Top speed is around 130 km/h, making it one of the quicker bikes in its class.

Ride Feel: Quick throttle response and fun acceleration make the MT-15 enjoyable in city traffic and on open roads. Sporty-oriented setup makes it feel lively.

🛵 Design & Comfort

Styling:

Aggressive streetfighter looks with a muscular tank and sharp LED headlight.Upright handlebar and sporty ergonomics give a confident riding stance.

Comfort:

Good for daily commuting, but the seat and suspension can feel firm on rough roads.
Pillion comfort is often reported as limited on longer rides. RiderBD

🧠 Features & Tech

👍 Key Features

Full digital LCD instrument cluster (some variants include Bluetooth Y-Connect).
Upside-down front forks (in newer versions), which improve handling and stability.
LED headlight and tail light for better visibility. ⚠ Limitations

Most Bangladesh models come with single-channel ABS rather than dual-channel.
Feature set isn’t as rich as some rivals (no ride modes or traction control in standard versions).

💡 Real-World Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Looks: Aggressive, modern streetfighter styling that stands out in traffic. Power & Handling: Peppy engine with smooth power delivery and agile handling thanks to lightweight design.
Fuel Efficiency: Around 40–45 km/l real-world average, which is excellent for a 150-155 cc performance bike.

👎 Cons

Comfort: Suspension and seat comfort can be firm, especially on rough roads; pillion seat isn’t great for long distances.
Brakes: Single-channel ABS only (front) in many local trims
Fuel Tank: Small-ish 10 L tank means more frequent refueling on longer trips

Yamaha MT-15 – Quick Summary